Refúgio Rubicon - Sauna privativa, lareira, esqui!

Welcome to Rubicon Retreat - a Tahoe Cohost Collective home.

Escape to Rubicon Retreat, a charming A-frame cabin with mountain views, perfect for 6 guests. Nestled in Tahoma near Meeks Bay and the Rubicon Trail, this pet-friendly haven features a private outdoor barrel sauna, cozy fireplace, and fully equipped kitchen. Short drive to Palisades. Enjoy serenity and adventure year-round in this cozy, rustic-modern home base. Don't forget, we're dog-friendly!

We respect our guests' privacy and aim to provide a seamless, independent stay. We will not be present on the property during your visit but are readily available via the messaging app should you need any assistance or local recommendations. We will provide you with a printed house manual and digital guidebook to help answer any questions that may come up. Our team is available 8am - 9pm PT.

Our home is located on a quiet street, surrounded by beautiful pine trees. Just minutes from the McKinney Rubicon Trail Head, beautiful beaches, and amazing restaurants.

Guests will have private and exclusive access to the entire home and all its amenities during their stay. This includes the main house, the private front deck, the BBQ, and the outdoor barrel sauna. A couple of owner's cabinets will be locked and are not accessible to guests.




Step inside our rustic-modern A-frame cabin, where an open-concept main floor invites you to spend quality time together. The space is designed for comfort, work, and relaxation for up to 6 guests.

Living & Dining:
- Spacious open-concept living room with cozy gas fireplace.
- Fully equipped kitchen features modern appliances.
- Large dining table perfect for group meals.
- Smart TVs for family movie nights.
- Bose speakers for your favorite music.
- Fast WiFi (250+ Mbps) perfect for remote work.

Outdoor Features:
- Private outdoor barrel sauna to relax and unwind after a day on the mountains.
- Private front deck with ample seating and a BBQ for afternoon cookouts.

Family-Friendly Amenities:
- Pack ’n play/Travel crib
- High chair
- Children’s books and toys
- Children’s dinnerware
- Baby safety gates

Perfectly located with easy access to world-class skiing and nearby towns with many great restaurants, boutique shops, beaches, hiking trails, and more!

Ski Resorts:
- Palisades Tahoe/Alpine: 24 min
- Homewood Ski Resort: 5 min
- Northstar Ski Resort: 38 min

Nearby Towns:
- Tahoe City: 14 min
- Kings Beach: 28 min
- Downtown Truckee: 30 min

Getting around is easy! You can choose to drive or use the free local TART shuttle.

FREE TRANSPORTATION:
- TART transit system will pick you up out front and take you anywhere in West Shore, Tahoe City, and Dollar Hill, including Homewood Ski Resort!
- TART shuttle will pick you up and take you to Tahoe City Transit Center, where you can hop on a bus that will take you directly to Palisades Tahoe!

Parking:
We have room for two cars to park in the driveway, and room for an additional 2-3 cars to park on our parking pad by the bear box (to the left and up the street when walking out of our front door).

To ensure a transparent and wonderful stay, please review these important details:
- Mountain Life: Dust and pollen can accumulate quickly on outdoor furniture. The BBQ and other outdoor furniture may be stored and unavailable during winter (typically October- May).
- No Air Conditioning: Like most homes in Tahoe, our cabin does not have AC.
- Weather & Travel: A 4WD/AWD vehicle, chains, or snow tires may be required in winter.
- Uncontrollable Events: We are not responsible for uncontrollable circumstances such as poor air quality during wildfire season or snow during winter. We strongly recommend purchasing external trip insurance, as our cancellation policy will be upheld.
- Safety: The home is equipped with smoke alarms, carbon monoxide alarms, and a first aid kit for your safety.
- Sauna: While we do our best to clean the sauna before every stay, because the sauna is outdoors in the elements, there is a chance you may see a small amount of mold. The sauna is safe to use.
- Please refer to the Rental Agreement for a full list of the local STR Rules.
- Pet fee must be paid prior to arrival. Please be aware that our pet fee is specifically for cleaning purposes.


STR Permit #: STR23-7844 | Max Daytime Occupancy is 9 (excluding guests 12 and younger); Max Overnight Occupancy is 6 (excluding guests 12 and younger) | Parking: 2 Cars Can Park in Driveway + 2 On Upper-Parking Pad (in non-winter months) - NO STREET PARKING | Quiet Hours are from 9pm - 8am | Placer County's Good Neighbor Policies and STR Rules Listed in House Rules/Rental Agreement | Anytime a pet/service animal/emotional support animal is outside of the home and is not in a fully fenced backyard, the pet/service animal/emotional service animal must be kept on a leash and accompanied by the owner.